7 days and counting until the unofficial kick off to summer and more importantly, Memorial Day. From Americana themed picnics to parades, vacations, and more, how are you spending the holiday weekend? If you and the family are looking to get out of town, click here for tips on a budget friendly vacation. For those who might be staying close to home to enjoy family get-togethers and picnics, see how you can incorporate American pride into your party with these entertaining twists . No matter what your plans are for this weekend of celebration, please join the Hamilton team in honoring the men and woman who lives were lost while serving in the U.S. military. Sources: http://publicholidays.us/memorial-day/ http://www.forbes.com/sites/alexandratalty/2016/05/13/best-travel-deals-for-memorial-day-2016/#2e8ba2e7e48d http://www.history.com/topics/holidays/memorial-day-history https://www.thenest.com/content/memorial-day-party-ideas